Johnstoni Solo Hap (Placidochromis johnstoni "Solo")
Johnstoni Solo Hap (Placidochromis johnstoni "Solo")
Quarantined specialty cichlid for carefully planned freshwater aquariums in Canada.
Johnstoni Solo Hap is a specialist Placidochromis johnstoni form for a deeper Malawi hap catalogue. It serves collectors looking beyond common Peacock and Taiwan Reef listings.
Why This Cichlid Stands Out
- Origin / Group: Lake Malawi, Solo trade/locality form
- Display Value: It serves collectors looking beyond common Peacock and Taiwan Reef listings.
- Best For: Aquarists selecting a species-appropriate, stable cichlid aquarium rather than a generic mixed community.
Aquarium Setup & Behaviour
Provide open swimming space, sand, stable water and strong filtration.
Plan adult males with compatible tankmates and adequate tank volume.
For compatible African cichlid displays, a thoughtfully planned moderately higher stocking density can help diffuse aggression, but only when aquarium footprint, filtration, oxygenation, rockwork or visual barriers, and maintenance are all sufficient.
Feeding
Feed balanced Malawi hap foods and controlled supplements.
Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity
Show male colour is naturally matured for over one year without hormone use.
Topick Aquarium Livestock Standard
All fish at Topick Aquarium are carefully quarantined and conditioned to our stable local tap water before sale. Even where natural habitat references describe specialized water chemistry, our available fish have been held and monitored in stable local tap water; for customers, a mature aquarium, proper acclimation, suitable tankmates and consistent maintenance are more important than chasing unstable numbers.
Care Summary
- Scientific / Listing Name: Placidochromis johnstoni "Solo"
- Adult Size: Approximately 15–20 cm
- Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced
- Current Listing Selection: Show Male (Size To Confirm)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the value of a Solo-labelled Hap page?
Locality/trade-form searches are important to specialty Malawi keepers, even when immediate inventory is not yet available.
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